Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Indian Army to overhaul, upgrade, and manage obsolescence of the Pinaka rocket systems. The collaboration aims to enhance operational readiness, extend system life, and strengthen India’s self-reliance in advanced artillery capabilities under the Make in India framework.
Larsen & Toubro has announced a landmark partnership with the Indian Army to support the Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) through overhaul, upgrade, and obsolescence management. The Pinaka system, a frontline artillery weapon designed for long-range firepower, has been a critical asset for the Army, and this collaboration ensures its sustained effectiveness.
The initiative reflects India’s growing emphasis on public-private partnerships in defense modernization. By leveraging L&T’s engineering expertise and advanced manufacturing capabilities, the program will extend the life cycle of Pinaka systems, improve performance, and ensure availability of certified spares. Analysts view this as a significant step toward strengthening indigenous defense capabilities while reducing reliance on imports.
Key Highlights
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Partnership between Larsen & Toubro and Indian Army for Pinaka MLRS support
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Scope includes overhaul, upgrade, and obsolescence management of rocket systems
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Enhances operational readiness and extends system life cycle
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Aligns with Make in India and self-reliance in defense manufacturing
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Marks a major public-private collaboration in artillery modernization
Sources: Business Today, Economic Times, Defence Capital